Re: [Nolug] Zipa.com Looking for Hardware Geeks

Hi Michael,

I re-sent my resume to you. Please let me know if you have any
questions. I am very interested in this position, and look forward to
hearing from you. Thanks again for the lead.
James

On Thu, 2004-04-29 at 20:08, Michael Brunson wrote:
> Zipa.com is looking to hire a (maybe a couple)
> Network/System/Hardware admin that would be capable of
> handling the following duties:
>
> 1. Purchasing of pre-built (Compaq / HP) servers
>
> 2. Purchasing of hardware components
>
> 3. Purchasing of software / licenses
>
> 4. Assembly of servers (including Zipa hosting) and
> workstations
>
> 5. Setup and installation of servers (including Zipa
> hosting) and workstations
>
> 6. Updates of IRM and ITS for inventory and
> purchasing tracking
>
> 7. Acquire / fulfill hardware RMAs (including hard
> drives)
>
> 8. Determine comparability of hardware
>
> 9. Maintain the in-stock inventory (pro-actively
> purchase what we will need)
>
> 10. Obtain price quotes from vendors
>
> 11. Price comparisons for like hardware
>
> 12. Perform hardware upgrades as necessary
>
> 13. Maintenance of the Local Area Network
>
> 14. Monitor mission-critical servers and provide
> emergency resolution of problems
>
> 15. When our mail servers are blacklisted, resolve the
> issues
>
> 16. Monitor and maintain freehosting disk space,
> resolve issues
>
> 17. IP address tracking and auditing, both in-house
> and colocated
>
> 18. Monitor security updates / patches / fixes
>
> 19. Maintain switch port audits
>
> 20. Maintain patch panel listings
>
> 21. Auditing of ports on switches, server location in
> cabinets, etc.
>
> 22. Responsible for overall appearance of transport
> room / build room
>
> 23. Special projects as necessary: computer / server
> related
>
> 24. Special projects non-computer related: assemble
> desks, bookshelves, etc.
>
> 25. Member of the On-Call Rotation
>
>
> Skillset requirements:
>
> 1. In-depth knowledge of hardware and compatibility
> issues.
>
> 2. Know the difference between server / workstation
> grade components.
>
> 3. Ability to install Fedora, Windows RedHat, and
> FreeBSD.
>
> 4. In-depth knowledge of Windows and Linux -
> troubleshoot both.
>
> 5. Hardware troubleshooting - what is wrong and why.
>
> 6. Ability to maintain inventory.
>
> 7. Perform hardware upgrades as necessary
>
> 8. Knowledge of TCP/IP and subnets
>
> As you can see the list is nice and long, which means
> that you get to wear a lot of hats and can find out
> what you are great at.
>
> If you are interested in applying, please send a resume
> to jobs@zipa.com
>
> To find out more about Zipa, visit us at
> http://www.zipa.com/
>
> Thank you,
> Michael
>
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